Description
A quick and flavorful Creamy Cajun Spiced Chicken Salad combining tender chunk chicken breast with crisp celery, sweet apple, and crunchy almonds, all tossed in a zesty Cajun-seasoned creamy dressing. Perfect for a light lunch or refreshing snack.
Ingredients
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Chicken Salad
- 2 cans (12.5 oz each) chunk chicken breast, drained
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 1 crisp red or green apple, cored and diced
- ½ cup chopped almonds
Seasoning and Dressing
- 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 tablespoon dried parsley
- 4 tablespoons mayonnaise or Miracle Whip
- 2 tablespoons sour cream
Instructions
- Prepare Chicken: In a medium bowl, shred the drained chicken chunks with a fork to ensure smaller, bite-sized pieces for easy mixing and eating.
- Add Vegetables and Nuts: Mix in the diced celery, diced apple, and chopped almonds to introduce crisp and sweet textures that complement the creamy chicken base.
- Season: Sprinkle the Cajun seasoning and dried parsley evenly over the mixture to infuse it with bold, spicy flavors and a hint of herbal freshness.
- Add Dressing: Incorporate the mayonnaise (or Miracle Whip) along with the sour cream to create a rich and creamy dressing that binds all the ingredients together.
- Combine Thoroughly: Stir the salad until all ingredients are well combined and the mixture has a uniform creamy texture.
- Adjust Flavors: Taste the salad and add more Cajun seasoning or parsley if desired to balance the flavors perfectly.
- Chill: Cover and refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld and serve it refreshingly chilled.
Notes
- For a lower-fat version, substitute mayonnaise with low-fat yogurt.
- Make sure to drain the chicken well to avoid watery salad.
- Use a crisp apple like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp to add a pleasant tartness and crunch.
- Chilling enhances the flavors, so prepare ahead if possible.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
